Virtual Machine Disk Format
VMware
Disk Image Files
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11/17/2021
It often happens that you only need to preview the contents of the VMDK file, without the need to edit or process the data contained in it. In this case, it is enough that you use the so-called VMDK Viewer. Such a program allows us only to display the contents of the VMDK file. To view the content of the VMDK file, select one of the available options:
VMDK viewer did not handle your file? Take advantage of other options The first is to download the software that supports VMDK files Below are some examples of verified applications. By using the dedicated software you will have more options, e.g. editing the VMDK file or converting the VMDK file to a different file format.
The first important thing is that you will need to download and install a dedicated application that supports the VMDK format on your device. In this situation, unfortunately, you cannot see the VMDK file online. This solution is more problematic, but also allows for more processing options for the VMDK file. You can find some examples of dedicated software below, and the full list is here VMDK File Opener
If you haven't been able to preview the contents of the VMDK file yet, or you don't want to install any dedicated programming to handle these files, you can try something else. Many file types are simply text files or data archives. In this case, it is likely that you will be able to view the contents of VMDK with a normal "Notepad". This does not guarantee success, but in most cases it will allow you to see the contents of the VMDK file to some extent.
The second way is to use a data archiving program. Open Winrar or Winzip and try to unpack your file. If the file is a data archive, you should see what individual files it consists of. Go to the information page about the VMDK file extension. to see what kind of data it contains.
You can also try to use solutions offered by external suppliers, such as:
Free Online File Viewer Service
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